Optical Technician

Gooch & Housego Pheonix UK; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical manufacturing firm based in the UK is seeking experienced Optical Workers. You will operate optical grinding and polishing machines and assist with raw materials. The ideal candidate has a Level 2 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering and experience in CNC machining or precision manufacturing. A competitive salary and excellent company benefits are offered, including 25 days holiday and opportunities for training and progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Opportunities for training and progression

Pension with matched contributions

Life Assurance

£500 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machining, optical components, or precision manufacturing.
• Keen interest in manufacturing and hands-on work.
• Strong background in general engineering or metalwork.

Responsibilities

• Operating various optical grinding and polishing machines.
• Assisting in the handling and preparation of raw materials.
• Maintaining accurate production records and documentation.

Skills

CNC machining

Precision manufacturing

General engineering

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Optical Worker

G&H | Phoenix, St Asaph

Competitive Salary on offer – Plus excellent company benefits

G&H | Phoenix is based at the heart of the North Wales optical manufacturing district in St. Asaph. As an experienced, established and trusted precision optical firm, we provide a full start to finish in-house service from raw glass slab material, cut discs and mouldings, right through to polished and coated finished optical parts, prisms and assemblies. We are currently recruiting for Optical Workers to join our skilled and collaborative team.

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with experience in opto-electronics, CNC machining, precision metalwork, or a general engineering/manufacturing background who are looking to develop in a specialist environment.

Main duties of the role include:

• Operating various optical grinding and polishing machines
• Assisting in the handling and preparation of raw materials
• Follow written procedures to ensure efficient, safe production
• Maintaining accurate production records and documentation
• Following health & safety and company procedures
• Contributing to a clean, organised, and efficient workspace

Ideal candidate will have the following:

• Level 2 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering/PEO Level 2 (Performing Engineering Operations)
• A keen interest in manufacturing and hands‑on work
• Experience with CNC machining, optical components, OR precision manufacturing
• A strong background in general engineering or metalwork with transferable skills
• A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to work

As well as a competitive salary, we also offer the following benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for training and progression
• Pension: Matched company contributions of 5% with optional salary exchange
• Life Assurance
• £500 referral bonus